Lighthouse

Creation: LighthouseMedium: Copper, steel, glassYear: 2009

Artist Statement: Some time back, my neighbor had just returned from a weekend at the coast and commented how she saw an art piece of a 3 foot tall copper lighthouse that she wanted. “It would have been beautiful in my front yard”, she said. But it was just too expensive for her budget. A light bulb went on (so to speak) and the gauntlet thrown down. I repurposed heavy gauge copper sheeting layered over a light, strong, steel frame. Individual copper roof tiles attached give it a natural shake roof look. Tinted, fused glass panels allow light from within to shine through. At about 3′ in diameter at the base and over 5′ tall, it is a bold piece that instills a sense of the coastal life that mariners have depended on for centuries.

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Craftsman Award

Recognized by the American Institute of Architects for artistry and functional solutions of the highest standards.

What People are Saying

"I have been so lucky to view some of Gary's art projects in various stages of completion over the years. One piece in particular that I have admired for more than a decade was his original panting entitled "Running to the Sun". I never imagined that one day I would own a signed print of this inspiring painting. The framed piece now resides proudly above our fireplace mantel in our Southern California residence!

Now that Gary has decided to release signed prints of some of his other paintings, it is my plan to add several more paintings to our collection. I'm also looking forward to some day commission Gary to design and build some custom iron work at our residence here in Eugene in the near future.

Thank you, Gary, for making your art available to the public. I look forward to adding several other pieces as they become available on your website."